January weather forecast
Rural Retreat, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Rural Retreat, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 38.7°F (3.7°C) at the peak and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) at the base.

Humidity

In Rural Retreat, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Rural Retreat, during January, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Rural Retreat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.9 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rural Retreat are January through May, October through December. In Rural Retreat, during January, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow. In Rural Retreat, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 23.9" (607mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, in Rural Retreat, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rural Retreat are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Rural Retreat?

Rural Retreat, Virginia, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

How cold is January in Rural Retreat?

January temperatures in Rural Retreat, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Rural Retreat?

In Rural Retreat, Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Rural Retreat?

In January, in Rural Retreat, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rural Retreat in January?

In Rural Retreat, during January, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Rural Retreat?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rural Retreat?

On the first day of January in Rural Retreat, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rural Retreat?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Rural Retreat, Virginia, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Rural Retreat?

The average sunshine duration in January in Rural Retreat is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rural Retreat?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Rural Retreat?

In Rural Retreat, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average temperature in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average pressure in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average wind speed in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average humidity in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average rainfall in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average snowfall in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average UV index in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Rural Retreat, VA

Average visibility in January - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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